2009 Volvo XC70 2.4L Diesel · LR59 DHK

The vehicle presents a roadworthy status following its most recent pass in December 2023 at 155,153 miles, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. A significant failure recorded just seven days prior to that pass at 155,088 miles highlighted critical wear on rear brake discs, thin pads, and hazardous front tyre damage. While the vehicle passed immediately after these repairs, the data suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical and safety defects once they triggered a test failure. At 17 years old, the recorded 155,153 miles represent an annual average of approximately 9,127 miles, which is consistent with typical national averages for an older estate car. There is a notable gap in the records between the September 2022 test at 135,610 miles and the December 2023 failure, during which the vehicle covered nearly 20,000 miles in just fifteen months. This burst of usage likely explains the rapid degradation of the brake components and tyres noted in the late-December 2023 inspection. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and suspension, as these areas show recurring issues across multiple years. The tester flagged rear disc wear in 2022 and 2023, alongside front disc pitting in 2021, indicating a history of thinning material and neglected components. Furthermore, the rear suspension arm bushes were identified as worn in 2021, and these should be checked for play or rubber degradation. The non-excessive oil leak noted in 2022 should also be monitored to ensure it has not progressed into a significant fault, and the missing undertray mentioned in 2022 warrants a thorough check for impact damage or corrosion on the undercarriage.